Haida art bear necklace created by the late Lionel Samuels. Hand Carved Haida Argillite Bear Pendant inlaid with ivory and abalone. Necklace of hand woven cedar bark with bear teeth and trade bead style blue beads.
The bear is a Haida family crest. In Haida culture bears are respected and thought of as relatives. The bear is generally associated with a fierce protectiveness. A powerful image of motherhood.
